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Bickford Cottage Davenport

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and attentive staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

4040 E 55th St, Davenport, IA 5280751 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.8/5

based on 86 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Bickford Cottage is highly regarded for its compassionate staff and effective memory care services, making it a strong candidate for those needing specialized dementia support. However, because some reviewers have raised concerns about management, we recommend asking specifically about staff retention and leadership stability during your tour.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

86 reviews on Google
Bickford Cottage Davenport receives a high volume of positive feedback, with reviewers frequently praising the compassionate, attentive staff and the warm, home-like atmosphere. Families appreciate the quality of care provided for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's, though a few critical reviews express concerns regarding management and overall operational stability. The facility is often described as a supportive environment where staff go above and beyond to ensure resident comfort.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff9.0Clean9.0Activities8.0MedsN/AMemory9.0CommsN/AValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive staff
  • Warm, home-like atmosphere
  • Quality memory care support
  • Clean and well-maintained property

Concerns

  • Concerns regarding facility leadership and management decisions (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

67%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard such wonderful things about the warm, home-like atmosphere here; how do you ensure that cozy feeling is maintained as the community grows?
  • 2It’s great to see how much you engage with feedback from families; how does the management team use resident and family input to make improvements?
  • 3With the specialized memory care certification here, what specific types of daily activities or sensory programs are available to keep residents engaged?
  • 4Could you walk us through the protocols for handling medical emergencies or sudden changes in health during the night?
  • 5We noticed the property is very well-maintained; how does the staff coordinate cleaning and upkeep to ensure a safe environment for those with memory impairment?
  • 6How does the leadership team support the staff to ensure the compassionate and attentive care that people rave about remains consistent?

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Key Review Excerpts

I am SO very glad that she ended up at Bickford because the care and love that she received there was above and beyond.

Memory care family member · 2023★★★★★

Bickford has been amazing for our family. I wish we would have known about it sooner. Top notch! The staff is loving and extremely efficient.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★★

This is not a facility. This is a HOME. You and your loved ones are family. Mom and Dad lived here for eight months.

Long-term resident's family · 2020★★★★★
Source: 86 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing

10total
28deficiencies
Sep 15, 2025Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 3

Jan 22, 2025Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 2

Sep 26, 2024Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Jun 19, 2024Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 5

Mar 30, 2023Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 5

Dec 4, 2022Complaint
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 3

Jan 19, 2022Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 5

Dec 1, 2020Other
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 2

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